Ascension
General Cardiologist | You are part of a bigger story of care
Pace, FL
Your future role at a glance
Location: Pensacola, FL
Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart
Schedule: Full-Time; M-F (with occasional weekend rounding)
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
Productivity incentives: [RVU]
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
How you'll make an impact in this role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated general cardiologist to join an established, but growing practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
* Join a team of 10 physicians and 14 APPs
* Practice setting: mix of outpatient clinic and inpatient rounding
* Employed position within a nonprofit health system
* Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiology
* Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
* Champion the care team experience for loved ones
* Facilitate practice growth and quality care
* Collaborate with colleagues to foster a highly efficient practice model
About the Facility
- Sacred Heart Hospital was founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1915. While our technology has improved dramatically, and the buildings have grown and expanded, our commitment to the mission remains steadfast: to provide excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable.
- 566 bed Level I Trauma Center (Part of a robust clinical network with our sister facilities in Destin, Panama City, and Port St. Joe, FL)
- Serving a population of approximately 500,000
- Integrated referral network (largest employed primary care network in NW FL)
- Sacred Heart offers the region's only kidney transplant program, as well as physician residency programs to train the next generation of doctors in internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics/gynecology.
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
About the Community
- Pensacola is home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country)
- Pensacola boasts a rich history including pre-Civil War forts, archaeological sites, the title of America's first settlement, and is home to the US Navy's flight demonstration squadron, The Blue Angels.
- Cost of living below the national average
*This list is not all inclusive.
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Florida Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Board eligibility/certification in medical specialty required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
What additional preferences we're seeking
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Compensation Details
Benefits that help you thrive * Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options * Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance * Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays * Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning * Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources * Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits * Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more *Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.* E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
Posted May 15, 2026